Yoyogi Hachiman Shrine
Yoyogi Hachiman Shrine was a vibrant village 4,500 years ago. This shrine was built in 1212 during the Kamakura era to worship the war god Yawata god. It is famous for forgoing bad luck and inviting good luck. It is designated as the Yoyogi Hachiman site in Shibuya-ku. The torii and the temple are made of stone, and the combination of green and gray creates a peaceful atmosphere for this historical monument. The courtyard retains the relics of the Jōmon period residential complex in Jingyuan. The surrounding trees are dense and the scenery is very beautiful.
The goldfish festival is held on the 4th Sunday of May every year in Yoyogi Hachiman Shrine, and the regular festivals on September 22 and 23, will attract many worshippers to come and visit, which is very lively. The local people will also tell you that the wish will be fulfilled in this shrine. In addition, Yoyogi Hachiman Shrine is also a classic framing location for Makoto Shinkai's big hit animated movie "Byousoku 5 Centimeter", so this is also a must-see place for anime fans.Yoyogi Hachiman Shrine is considered to be a precious natural forest in Shibuya-ku, and the style of Musashino in the past is still circulating today. You can see a variety of vegetation including cedar, camphor, zelkova, and ginkgo, as well as an abundant green backdrop. You can see a variety of birds and insects every season.
Anthropological discovery for the Ruins of Yoyogi Hachiman (Remains of Ancient Residence) were conducted in the 25th year of the Showa era where they also discovered ruins of the Jōmon period with many pottery, stoneware, and pillar holes dug in them. It can be imagined that about 5000 years ago, the hilly area where the shrine (32 meters above sea level) gathered many people and formed a village to live in. In addition, the ancient residence ruins have been restored, and some of the unearthed cultural relics have been collected in the exhibition hall. Shibuya-ku's elementary school students and many others come to visit.
Farewell Monument is the place where the current Yoyogi Park is located (Yoyogi-kamizonochō), residents who once emigrated to build an army training ground reluctantly engraved the farewell words and worshipped it. It was built in January of Meiji 42.
Table of Faithfulness is a monument inscribed with the names of the people who levied from this area during the Russo-Japanese War of the Meiji 37 and 38 years. After the war, the aspirants were transferred to the shrine and were preserved. The Spiritual Worship Ceremony is held on March 23 every year.
Address: 5 Chome-1-1 Yoyogi, Shibuya City, Tokyo 151-0053, Japan
Transportation: Take the Odakyu Electric Railway and get off at "Yoyogi-Hachiman Station", walk for 5 minutes or take the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line and get off at "Yoyogi-kōen Station", 5 minutes from the Yoyogi-Uehara exit.
Yoyogi Hachiman Shrine was a vibrant village 4,500 years ago. This shrine was built in 1212 during the Kamakura era to worship the war god Yawata god. It is famous for forgoing bad luck and inviting good luck. It is designated as the Yoyogi Hachiman site in Shibuya-ku. The torii and the temple are made of stone, and the combination of green and gray creates a peaceful atmosphere for this historical monument. The courtyard retains the relics of the Jōmon period residential complex in Jingyuan. The surrounding trees are dense and the scenery is very beautiful.
The goldfish festival is held on the 4th Sunday of May every year in Yoyogi Hachiman Shrine, and the regular festivals on September 22 and 23, will attract many worshippers to come and visit, which is very lively. The local people will also tell you that the wish will be fulfilled in this shrine. In addition, Yoyogi Hachiman Shrine is also a classic framing location for Makoto Shinkai's big hit animated movie "Byousoku 5 Centimeter", so this is also a must-see place for anime fans.Yoyogi Hachiman Shrine is considered to be a precious natural forest in Shibuya-ku, and the style of Musashino in the past is still circulating today. You can see a variety of vegetation including cedar, camphor, zelkova, and ginkgo, as well as an abundant green backdrop. You can see a variety of birds and insects every season.
Anthropological discovery for the Ruins of Yoyogi Hachiman (Remains of Ancient Residence) were conducted in the 25th year of the Showa era where they also discovered ruins of the Jōmon period with many pottery, stoneware, and pillar holes dug in them. It can be imagined that about 5000 years ago, the hilly area where the shrine (32 meters above sea level) gathered many people and formed a village to live in. In addition, the ancient residence ruins have been restored, and some of the unearthed cultural relics have been collected in the exhibition hall. Shibuya-ku's elementary school students and many others come to visit.
Farewell Monument is the place where the current Yoyogi Park is located (Yoyogi-kamizonochō), residents who once emigrated to build an army training ground reluctantly engraved the farewell words and worshipped it. It was built in January of Meiji 42.
Table of Faithfulness is a monument inscribed with the names of the people who levied from this area during the Russo-Japanese War of the Meiji 37 and 38 years. After the war, the aspirants were transferred to the shrine and were preserved. The Spiritual Worship Ceremony is held on March 23 every year.
Address: 5 Chome-1-1 Yoyogi, Shibuya City, Tokyo 151-0053, Japan
Transportation: Take the Odakyu Electric Railway and get off at "Yoyogi-Hachiman Station", walk for 5 minutes or take the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line and get off at "Yoyogi-kōen Station", 5 minutes from the Yoyogi-Uehara exit.
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Most Frequently Asked Questions
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Is Yoyogi Hachiman Shrine worth visiting?Yoyogi Hachiman Shrine was a vibrant village 4,500 years ago and was designated as the Yoyogi Hachiman site in Shibuya-ku. In addition, Yoyogi Hachiman Shrine is also a classic framing location for Makoto Shinkai's big hit animated movie "Byousoku 5 Centimeter", so this is also a must-see place for anime fans.
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Can you see autumn leaves in Yoyogi Hachiman in the autumn?Yoyogi Hachiman Shrine is considered to be a precious natural forest in Shibuya-ku, and the style of Musashino in the past is still circulating today. You can see a variety of vegetation, including cedar, camphor, zelkova, and ginkgo. You can see a variety of birds and insects every season. It is also a good place for autumn maple viewing.
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What are the remains of Yoyogi Hachiman Shrine?Anthropological discovery for the Ruins of Yoyogi Hachiman (Remains of Ancient Residence) were conducted in the 25th year of the Showa era where they also discovered ruins of the Jōmon period with many pottery, stoneware, and pillar holes dug in them.Anthropological discovery for the Ruins of Yoyogi Hachiman (Remains of Ancient Residence) were conducted in the 25th year of the Showa era where they also discovered ruins of the Jōmon period with many pottery, stoneware, and pillar holes dug in them. In addition, the ancient residence ruins have been restored, and some of the unearthed cultural relics have been collected in the exhibition hall. Shibuya-ku's elementary school students and many others came to visit.
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What is the address of Yoyogi Hachiman Shrine?Yoyogi Hachiman Shrine was built in 1212 in the Kamakura era to worship the war god Yawata god. It is famous for purging bad luck and inviting good luck. It is designated as the Yoyogi Hachiman site in Shibuya-ku. Address: 5 Chome-1-1 Yoyogi, Shibuya City, Tokyo 151-0053, Japan.
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How to get to Yoyogi Hachiman Shrine by public transportation?Transportation: Take the Odakyu Electric Railway and get off at "Yoyogi-Hachiman Station", walk for 5 minutes or take the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line and get off at "Yoyogi-kōen Station", 5 minutes from the Yoyogi-Uehara exit.
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When is the opening time of Yoyogi Hachiman Shrine?Yoyogi Hachiman Shrine is open all year round, from 9:00 am to 17:00 pm, there is no need to purchase tickets. Address: 5 Chome-1-1 Yoyogi, Shibuya City, Tokyo 151-0053, Japan. Take the Odakyu Electric Railway and get off at "Yoyogi-Hachiman Station" and walk for 5 minutes.
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